Origin
Slavic (Serbian)
Syllables
2
Zodiac
Pisces
Trend
Rising
At a glance
Dusan is a name often given to boys. Ranked #10140 and is currently rising on the charts. It comes from a Slavic (Serbian) origin and traditionally means "Possessor of a pure and noble soul". It has 2 syllables.
The Story of Dusan
Dusan originates in Slavic languages where it directly signifies soul or spirit, rooted in Serbian and broader Eastern European heritage. The name carries cultural weight from historical figures and literature celebrating inner depth. In contemporary use it bridges old-world charm with easy pronunciation worldwide. Boys named Dusan tend to be empathetic, intuitive, and artistically inclined. It suggests a thoughtful personality that values emotional connections and creative expression.
Popularity
Currently ranked #10140 on the Baby Billboard Charts. Peak rank: #10140. Changed +1053 positions from last year.
Numerology Profile
Embraces change and adventure.
Craves stability and order.
Shows compassion and idealism.
Seeks knowledge and analysis.
Zodiac & Astrology
Pisces
Captures soulful and intuitive nature.
Strengths
Compatible Signs
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Colors
Best Career Paths
Name Energy & Vibe
Evokes gentle, spiritual depth.
Color Aura
Mystic Blue
Element
Water
Season
Spring
Gemstone
Aquamarine
Spirit Animal
Dolphin
Power Word
Soul
Energy Type
Water × Spring
Personality & Traits
Empathetic
Understands others deeply.
Creative
Expresses ideas artistically.
Intuitive
Trusts inner guidance.
Famous People Named Dusan
Dušan Ivković
Legendary Serbian basketball coach
Dušan Makavejev
Renowned Yugoslav film director
Dušan Vukotić
Oscar-winning animator
Dusan in Pop Culture
Dusan
Game 'Shadow Realms'
Dusan Petrovic
TV Show 'Balkan Tales'
Historical Events
1945
Dušan becomes common post-WWII.
1960
Featured in Yugoslav cinema.
International Variations
Dusan in Different Scripts
Душан
Cyrillic
Ντούσαν
Greek
杜尚
Chinese (Mandarin)
ドゥシャン
Japanese (Katakana)
두산
Korean
Nicknames & Short Forms
Middle Name Suggestions
Beautiful middle name pairings with Dusan:
Dusan Luka
Dusan Nikola
Dusan Stefan
Dusan Miloš
Dusan Vuk
Dusan Marko
Dusan Ivan
Fun Facts & Trivia
Directly means soul in Serbian.
Popular in Balkan countries.
Used by historical nobility.
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boyPronunciation
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Quick Facts
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